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Ground Beef Taco Bowl

A satisfying, flavorful taco bowl with seasoned ground beef, roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, avocado, and a zesty Sriracha-lime sauce.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion finely diced, optional
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (93/7)
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 ounce taco seasoning packet see note
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic optional
  • 6 cups sweet potatoes peeled and diced (about 2 large potatoes)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting sweet potatoes
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons paprika for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder for roasting
  • salt and pepper to taste (suggested 1 tsp salt & 1/2 tsp pepper)
  • 1-1/2 cups frozen corn
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 large avocado diced
  • 1/2 cup mayo or Greek yogurt
  • 2 limes zest and juice for sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder for sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika for sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin for sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha
  • hot honey optional, for drizzling

Equipment

  • large nonstick skillet
  • Sheet Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the peeled, diced sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1½ teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste; spread in a single layer on a sheet pan.
  2. Roast the sweet potatoes until tender and golden, about 30 minutes, flipping every 10 minutes.
  3. When the potatoes are nearly done, add the frozen corn and drained black beans to the pan and toss to warm through; set aside.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion (if using) and sauté 3–5 minutes until golden.
  5. Push the onions to the edge of the skillet and add the ground beef to the center. Sear, crumble, and cook until browned and most liquid has evaporated.
  6. Stir in 1/4 cup chicken broth or water, the 1-ounce taco seasoning packet, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, and 1½ teaspoons minced garlic (if using). Cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant, then remove from heat.
  7. Zest one or two limes to get about 1/4 teaspoon zest and squeeze to collect about 3 tablespoons juice. In a small bowl, whisk the zest and juice with 1/2 cup mayo or Greek yogurt, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon Sriracha, and salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Divide the seasoned beef among 4 bowls. Top each with the roasted sweet potato, corn, and black bean mixture, and diced avocado. Drizzle with the lime-Sriracha sauce and, if desired, a little hot honey.

Notes

  • Use a store-bought taco seasoning packet or your favorite homemade blend.
  • Mayo yields a richer sauce; Greek yogurt adds tang and protein.
  • Roast the sweet potatoes in a single layer for even browning.
  • Flip the potatoes every 10 minutes to prevent sticking and promote browning.
  • Store components separately if meal-prepping to preserve texture.